Pedestrian Zone
The sign indicates that you are entering a pedestrian zone where walking speed applies.
When You See This Sign
When you see E9 you should immediately reduce your speed to walking pace and be prepared to stop for pedestrians using the roadway. Give priority and be extra careful around children and people with disabilities; park only in designated places.
Rules & Regulations
- The E9 sign indicates that you are entering a pedestrian-priority zone where walking speed applies and vehicle traffic must adapt accordingly.
- Pedestrians have priority and may use the entire roadway; you must show consideration and not force pedestrians aside.
- You must maintain such a low speed that you can stop for pedestrians — as a guideline about 5–7 km/h is used, but the most important thing is to be able to stop quickly.
- Parking and standing are only allowed where specifically designated; you must not park in a way that obstructs pedestrians or forces them into traffic areas.
Tips for Drivers
- Slow down well before you pass the sign and select a low gear so you can easily downshift and stop.
- Scan the area carefully for pedestrians, playing children and people with bicycle trailers — they may move unexpectedly into the carriageway.
- Be extra vigilant in darkness and poor visibility; walking speed means you must be able to stop quickly even for poorly lit pedestrians.
- Only park in marked spaces and leave a clear passage; remember that pedestrians may use the entire street in a pedestrian-priority zone.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that walking speed is the same as 30 km/h — walking speed is considerably lower and means you must have control and the ability to stop for pedestrians.
- Believing that pedestrians must always stay on the sidewalk; in a pedestrian-priority zone they may use the entire road and often have priority.
- Parking without checking for instructions and thereby blocking pedestrian routes or forcing pedestrians into traffic.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Pedestrian Zone
How should you act when you see this sign?
- A You are entering a pedestrian-speed area where walking speed applies and pedestrians have priority
- B You are entering a pedestrian street — vehicle traffic is prohibited
- C Cycle route begins — follow the cycle number
- D Environmental zone begins — only approved vehicles may drive
Exam Tip
On the theory test you may get a question about what 'walking speed' means; answer that vehicles must maintain such a low speed that they can stop for pedestrians (about 5–7 km/h as a guideline) and that pedestrians may use the entire road. Questions may also cover parking rules inside the pedestrian-priority zone.
Did You Know?
Pedestrian-priority zones are often used in residential areas, near schools and squares to increase pedestrian safety. The sign was introduced to clarify zones where pedestrians should have priority and vehicle traffic should move at walking speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is meant by 'walking speed' in km/h?
The law does not specify an exact number; about 5–7 km/h is often used as a guideline. The most important thing is that you drive so slowly that you can stop for pedestrians and do not constitute a danger.
Are cyclists allowed to ride in a pedestrian-priority zone?
Yes, cyclists are allowed to ride in a pedestrian-priority zone but must show the same consideration as other vehicles and give priority to pedestrians using the roadway.
Can I park anywhere in a pedestrian-priority zone?
No, parking is only permitted where it is explicitly designated. You must not park so that pedestrian movement or free passage is obstructed.
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